Lab Assistant I - Lab Support Services
About The Position
The Lab Assistant I supports laboratory operations and patient care by handling customer service, phlebotomy, specimen processing, and data entry. Depending on training, the position may cover one, two, or all three work areas: answering phones, looking up lab results, and assisting patients; learning to draw blood safely; and preparing blood, urine, and tissue samples for laboratory testing. The role also involves entering patient information into the laboratory computer system. On-the-job training is offered, and employees can progress through Levels I, II, and III as they develop their skills. The position is part of a close-knit, collaborative team at Glens Falls Hospital, a Magnet-designated organization within the Albany Medical Health System. The hospital describes access to top-tier technology and clinical standards, flexible scheduling options, competitive benefits, and affordable health insurance that begins quickly. The workplace is located near the Adirondacks and Lake George.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Fast typing skills and comfort using computers.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and comfort with the sight of blood.
- Friendly, professional manner and clear communication with patients.
- Strong communication skills.
- Current, unrestricted New York State driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail, fast-food, customer-service, or phlebotomy experience is a plus.
- No medical experience is needed; on-the-job training is offered.
Responsibilities
- Answer phones, look up laboratory results, and assist patients.
- Learn to safely draw blood samples from patients.
- Prepare blood, urine, and tissue samples for laboratory testing.
- Enter patient information into the laboratory computer system.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Competitive benefits.
- Affordable health insurance that begins quickly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
